Canon SX270 HS vs Casio EX-ZS10

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Canon SX270 HS and Casio EX-ZS10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Casio. The resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the EX-ZS10 (14MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was released 2 years later than the EX-ZS10 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-ZS10 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SX270 HS matches up vs the EX-ZS10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Casio Exilim EX-ZS10. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Casio EX-ZS10 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX270 HS enjoys external measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Casio EX-ZS10 has measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX270 HS and Casio EX-ZS10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX270 HS and the EX-ZS10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX270 HS and EX-ZS10 is 91 and 99 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over technical specs. The graphic here should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX270 HS and EX-ZS10.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Casio EX-ZS10 to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern SX270 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.